What are the minimum qualifications in becoming a Montgomery Fire/Rescue Firefighter? **Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, a U.S. Citizen with no felony convictions involving violence or moral turpitude, possess a diploma from an accredited high school or a GED, and a valid driver's license.
What are the physical requirements? **Must meet the requirements of a physical exam, must adhere by the fire department's policies to include: weight, nicotine, drug, etc.
What are the Residency requirements? **Must reside within a 35 linear mile radius or comply within 90 days after they are certified as permanent employees.
What are the steps in the hiring process? 1 - Written Exam 2 - Candidate Physical Agility Test 3 - Background Investigation 4 - Polygraph Exam 5 - Drug Screening 6 - Orientation
Are pay incentives offered? **$6000 per year for licensed paramedics assigned to the Medic Division **$3000 per year for licensed paramedics not assigned to the Medic Division **$1300 per year for Special Operations Team personnel to include: Dive, Haz-Mat and Heavy Rescue Teams **Promotion opportunities **Educational incentives for bachelor / master degrees from accredited colleges or universities **Reimbursement of college tuition in job related fields.
What benefits are included? **Hospitalization, including dental and Preferred Medical Doctor (PMD), are provided by the City of Montgomery at a nominal charge for both individual and family coverage
**Prescription drug coverage to include International Mail Order Program which offers certain prescription drugs free of charge
**Earn 10 holidays annually along with vacation and sick time ** Vacation time increases with longevity
**25-year retirement at 62.5% of your annual salary to include a program that allows you to take a portion of your retirement in a lump sum
**Flexible Spending Accounts
**Paid Life Insurance
**CareHere Medical Clinic Visits with no deductable or co-pay
**Free Medications or Prescriptions provided at CareHere Clinics
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